Grid Connection Engineer

Ampcontrol is seeking a Grid Connection Engineer to contribute to renewable energy projects in Australia. The role involves technical expertise, project delivery, and business development, focusing on power converter systems, grid-connected and off-grid generation systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 5-10 years of experience, and skills in modeling tools. The position offers flexible work arrangements and various employee benefits.
• Do you want to be part of something revolutionary?
• Are you keen to be a major contributor to the growth of Ampcontrol in the renewable energy markets?
• Are you interested in being at the forefront of accelerating our company vision to lead the global energy revolution?

The expansion of Ampcontrol has created a unique opportunity for a Grid Connection Engineer. This pivotal role sits at the intersection of technical expertise, project delivery, and strategic business development where you will be instrumental in shaping our approach to delivering renewable energy projects across Australia.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

You will collaborate with a team of highly experienced engineers and project managers, engaging with our local, interstate, and global operations. Your expertise will be crucial in driving technical excellence, mentoring the next generation of engineers, and expanding our business horizons in the power sector.

This position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
• Leading technical aspects of modelling, analysis and design of Power Converter Systems (inverter-based generation)
• Providing expert technical advisory and engineering services for grid-connected and off-grid power generation systems.
• Delivering high-quality technical reports and documentation.
• Fostering client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives.
• Collaborating in cross-functional teams to provide technical due diligence support for transactions
• Working on projects focusing on -
• Steady state analysis, i.e. load flow and fault level studies
• Dynamic analysis, i.e. frequency and voltage stability studies
• Harmonic analysis including power quality and filter design studies
• Grid code compliance reviews for generators, energy storage systems and loads
• Wide area power systems studies
• Protection co-ordination studies
• RMS and EMT Modelling for power system studies
• Mathematical modelling and simulations of power plant controls
• Participate in deliverable list for PLC and HMI

ABOUT YOU:
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering with additional qualifications in power systems engineering highly regarded
• Minimum 5-10 years industry experience
• Experience working with distributed energy resources (especially wind, solar and BESS) in the National Electricity Grid
• Essential experience in developing models/modelling and reviewing outputs in PSS/E, PSCAD.
• Advantageous experience in DSA Tools, PowerFactory, Matlab, RTDS, Fortran &/or manipulating these packages using programming languages such as Python.
• Knowledge of Australian grid codes is desirable.
• Familiarity with Australian and international safety and electrical rules, regulations and standards
• Strong understanding of power system studies including generator performance standard studies, transient stability, fault analysis, load flow, protection design and an ability to assess power quality issues
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience in proposal development and strategic pursuits
• Analytical mindset with sound judgment and problem-solving abilities

23 + Employee Benefits including:
• Flexible work arrangements
• Paid parental leave
• Salary packaging
• Purchased leave
• Private Health Care discounts
• Wellbeing programs and discounts
• Education assistance and personal career development

Think you know Ampcontrol? You may be surprised.

Ampcontrol is challenging the future by solving the most complex problems in energy. Ampcontrol creates energy solutions of scale using innovation partnerships, their smart people and advanced Australian manufacturing. Their vision is to lead the global energy revolution and make net zero a reality.

Ready to challenge the future?

Then apply now! If you are intrigued or excited by what you have read, then we want to hear from you. You can learn more about what it’s like to work at Ampcontrol by visiting www.ampcontrolgroup.com

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